Firefighters in England were called to “save the bacon” Saturday after a pig sparked a fire in its pen by swallowing a pedometer which then combusted “after nature had taken its course,” officials … [Read more...] about Pig sparks farm fire in England after eating, defecating battery-powered pedometer
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Tropical forests losing their ability to absorb carbon: study
The world's tropical forests are losing their capacity to absorb carbon dioxide, according to a new environmental study, raising alarms about the prospect of accelerating climate breakdown.The … [Read more...] about Tropical forests losing their ability to absorb carbon: study
10 interesting facts about the Chernobyl nuclear disaster
On April 26, 1986, the world's worst nuclear disaster befell the Chernobyl, Ukraine Power Plant. Unlike the 2011 Fukushima, Japan nuclear crisis, the Chernobyl reactor explosion was caused by human … [Read more...] about 10 interesting facts about the Chernobyl nuclear disaster
Australia wildfires ‘contained’ in New South Wales for first time in ‘exhausting’ fire season
After months of battling wildfires that scorched thousands of homes and created mass evacuations in eastern Australia, officials announced Thursday that all the blazes in the New South Wales state are … [Read more...] about Australia wildfires ‘contained’ in New South Wales for first time in ‘exhausting’ fire season
Australia wildfire containment efforts given a boost by heavy rain and flooding
Australia’s wildfire and drought-stricken east coast is getting some much-needed relief Friday in the form of heavy rains.New South Wales -- the state hardest hit by wildfires – is experiencing some … [Read more...] about Australia wildfire containment efforts given a boost by heavy rain and flooding
3 American firefighters killed in Australia crash – all US military veterans — are identified
The three American firefighters who were killed Thursday in the crash of a C-130 Hercules water tanker plane while helping to battle the raging wildfires in Australia have been identified.Their … [Read more...] about 3 American firefighters killed in Australia crash – all US military veterans — are identified
American firefighters killed in C-130 crash battling Australian wildfires were from California-based crew
The three American firefighters who died when their water tanker crashed while battling wildfires in Australia on Thursday were from a California-based crew, according to a statement from California … [Read more...] about American firefighters killed in C-130 crash battling Australian wildfires were from California-based crew
3 American firefighters killed in C-130 crash while battling Australian wildfires
28 people killed in Australia wildfiresThe death toll from the Australia bushfires climbs to at least 28 people, experts say the wildfires could threaten the global food supply; Anna Kooiman reports … [Read more...] about 3 American firefighters killed in C-130 crash while battling Australian wildfires
Australian wildfires prompt $11G fine for tossing lit cigarette from vehicle
Drivers in Australia caught tossing a lit cigarette from their vehicles can now face a fine of up to $11,000.The penalty took effect on Friday in New South Wales (NSW), according to a press release … [Read more...] about Australian wildfires prompt $11G fine for tossing lit cigarette from vehicle
Massachusetts boy, 6, raises over $100G for Australia wildfire relief by making, selling little clay koalas
A Massachusetts boy has raised over $100,000 to help the animals affected by the devastating wildfires torching Australia -- by making and selling little clay koalas.Owen Colley, the 6-year-old … [Read more...] about Massachusetts boy, 6, raises over $100G for Australia wildfire relief by making, selling little clay koalas
